About Sarah

I have always had a fondness for movement and discovered at an early age that movement can be used to heal the body from pain, stress, weakness, and so much more. I was introduced to human anatomy in my college years through dance and biology. I began to explore yoga philosophy and movement as a way to manage stress and to stay healthy. I knew I wanted to integrate yoga and serve others in healthcare. With my deepening interest in human anatomy... physical therapy was unquestionably the path for me. To this day, I still enjoy working with dancers of all ages. Their passion for movement is something I relate to and I want to be the person I wish I had, who explained the importance of strength training and injury prevention for my life beyond dance.

When I began my career, I wanted to try it all. I had clinical experience from infant to geriatric care. I have worked with athletes, neurological disorders, vestibular dysfunction, and all orthopedic issues in between. I began to realize that the benefits of yoga therapeutics were severely underutilized in the clinic. I saw a gap that needed to be filled and focused on getting my Professional Yoga Therapist certification so I could fill that gap. With over 2,000 hours of training, this certification taught me that there is so much more than just physical therapy exercises to improve someone's quality of life, health, pain, stress… and the list goes on.

My approach as a practitioner now is to simply take more time to listen, understand, and guide you through better quality care.

I will always be grateful for my years of mentorship at Goodemote Physical Therapy. I was taught so much and was allowed a space to create an authentic treatment approach. I learned that I really enjoyed connecting with women of all ages and empowering them to feel good, strong, and healthy. 

• I have experience in treating pre- and post- natal issues, and pelvic floor problems. 

• I have been involved in teaching for the local osteoporosis exercise group “Healthy Bones for Life”.

• I host Medical Therapeutic Workshops throughout the year. 

• I provide One-on-One and Small Group Classes using exercise to improve bone mineral density through safe weight lifting and yoga. 

• I have written articles on the role of physical therapy and yoga for osteoporosis treatment which you can view in my blog.

Although my passion lies in treatment for women’s health, yoga, and dance injury and prevention, I am skilled in treating all of your physical therapy needs. I embrace the concept of treating the “whole” person and teach you how to build a better relationship with your body through movement. I blend the science of physical therapy with the philosophy of yoga to guide you in exploring the possibilities of your own physical wellbeing. My intention is to empower you to know that you are performing exercises safely while getting the most therapeutic benefit.

My Experience:

• Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Clarkson University • Potsdam, NY

• BS Biology, SUNY Potsdam • Potsdam, NY

• Certified Professional Yoga Therapist • Emerald Isle, NC

• Registered Yoga Teacher 200 hours • Malta, NY

• Founder Moon Cycle Seed Company • Saratoga Springs, NY

• Goodemote Physical Therapy • Saratoga Springs, NY

• Skidmore College Dance Department • Saratoga Springs, NY

• Osteoporosis Program • Saratoga Springs, NY

• Medical Therapeutic Workshops • Saratoga Springs, NY

• Alice Hyde Medical Center • Malone, NY

Offerings:

• Comprehensive assessments and treatment for Physical Therapy.

• Osteoporosis treatment through exercise and yoga therapy. 

• Treatment: holistic, whole person approach including manual therapy, physical exercise interventions, and yoga therapies. 

• Women’s health including but not limited to pelvic floor exercises, pre-post-partum care, osteoporosis treatment, female athletes, yoga therapeutics.

• Dancer and athlete injury prevention and treatment. 

• Lifestyle management including stress reduction.

About Carrie

Growing up as a dancer, I had taken a notable interest in the human body at a young age, specifically the body’s anatomy, resilience, and capacity to heal. It wasn’t until my early teens, when I had a personal experience with a progressive case of scoliosis, that I developed a passion for learning how to heal others. Physical therapy was where I was first referred to for my back, but in a space where I sought for reassurance and knowledge, I felt overlooked and uneducated. I ended up exhausting several other time-consuming and expensive medical specialties; It took years until I found the best form of individualized treatment to live the active life I wanted. I made a promise to myself that I would build a career in Physical Therapy centered around the principles of active listening, individualized care, education, and evidence-based practice.

Throughout my collegiate years and the start of my career, my passion for treating different populations grew exponentially.  My clinical work with Westside Dance, NYC Ballet, and School of American Ballet has had a huge impact on my approach to caring for artists and high level athletes. Although my greatest passion lies in treating dancers and people who suffered from scoliosis, I have a growing passion and expertise towards treating athletes, neurological disorders, orthopedic concerns, and women's health. My Pilates certification has allowed me additional skills to address core/pelvic stability that can often be overlooked with standard Physical Therapy exercises.

It is my goal to spark curiosity and facilitate connections for people passionate about their physical well being.

I continue to teach conditioning classes and dance medicine workshops at local studios in Saratoga Springs NY, with hopes to educate dancers at a younger age on ways to care for their bodies.

Some things I enjoy outside of the clinic include taking ballet, teaching and taking Pilates, cooking, paddle boarding, running, skiing, and golfing.

My Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science Sacred Heart University

• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy Sacred Heart University

• Westside Dance PT New York, NY

• CT Dance PT Stamford CT

• Pilates Certification Power Pilates

• The Dance Lab Saratoga Springs, NY

• Saratoga City Ballet Saratoga Springs, NY